From tax surprises to benefit reductions, these are the key Social Security changes that happen after a spouse dies, and how ...

See the complete 2026 Social Security payment schedule, month by month. Learn how birthdates, SSI rules, and potential ...

Delayed credits begin after reaching Full Retirement Age, so your husband had already started to accrue them as soon as he hit that age. Your benefit, in particular, would be whatever is higher - your ...

On January 5, 2025, President Biden signed H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 (Public Law 118-273), to repeal ...

Congress is currently considering two Social Security bills that could expand survivor benefits and boost monthly checks.

How much Social Security income spouses receive depends on their claim age and the primary insurance amount (PIA) of their ...

In most cases, delaying Social Security benefits is a smart choice for retirees. While benefits can be claimed starting at 62 ...

The Social Security Administration distributes benefits to almost 74 million people each month. Here is when to expect yours in January.

Learn how Social Security checks, survivor benefits, taxes, and work rules can change after a spouse dies so you're not ...

Some Social Security recipients will get their first boosted payments of 2026 this week.

This paper presents evidence suggesting that delayed Social Security claiming by husbands – resulting in an actuarially enhanced benefit – attenuates the financial shock of widowhood for their wives.

Two Social Security consultants share insights on when to take Social Security and discuss some of the key changes affecting ...